Possible Starting Off Schedule

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Day 1:
  • Introduce Literature Circles
  • Discuss the response log you will use
  • Read a short story (or part of a novel) and write a response
  • Quick - whole class discussion

Day 2:
  • Book Selection and group formation
  • Groups make reading schedule
  • Read first chapter/25 pages
  • Write responses
Day 3:
  • Meet to discuss first reading
  • Discuss and list key social skills
  • copy skills into journal
Day 4:
  • Watch video or "fishbowl" in the classroom
  • Revise social skills from yesterday
  • Meet to discuss next reading


Daily mini-lessons and revision of expectations!